Center Director, IES Abroad Beijing
Institution Type: | Nonprofit |
Location: | China |
Position: | Director |
Reports to: Program Dean for Beijing, China
Location: Beijing, China
Employment Type: Full-time Employee
Direct Reports: IES Abroad Beijing staff and area studies faculty members
Start Date: ASAP
About Us:
Everything we do is about the IES Abroad student. Our profoundly passionate team of study abroad professionals believes in creating once-in-a-lifetime educational adventures that transcend expectations. Our goal is to rock the world of some 6,000 study abroad students every year.
From our headquarters in Chicago to our 120 study abroad programs in 30 global locations worldwide, we create authentic global education and life-affirming cultural experiences. We work at IES Abroad because we believe that every student should have the opportunity to go abroad - especially in a fun, safe, and superior academic and cultural environment.
We believe so strongly in the power of our program, that we actively recruit students from diverse populations and provide more than $3 million in scholarships year after year. We are proud that our students are as diverse and exciting as the countries we study.
We're not ashamed to admit, we're a little bit obsessed with study abroad.
General Overview:
The IES Abroad Beijing Center Director is responsible for strategy, management and operations at the IES Abroad Beijing Center. The Center Director supervises the Center's academic programs, serves as the main point of contact with the Center's partner institution in Beijing, and cultivates a broad range of contacts in Beijing and China for the benefit of the Center and IES Abroad. The Center Director is the main point of contact for the Center with IES Abroad headquarters in Chicago, and reports to the Program Dean for China. The Center Director supervises all staff and faculty members in Beijing and is responsible for the health and safety conditions of IES Abroad students. The Center Director will lead the hiring process (in coordination with the Program Dean) to fill any approved vacancies. The Center Director will represent IES Abroad Beijing at various IES Abroad meetings, during visits to colleges and universities in the United States to speak with study abroad coordinators and to recruit students, and at other national and international meetings, as determined with the Program Dean. The Center Director will oversee other projects that involve the cultivation of a broad range of contacts in China. The IES Abroad Beijing Center Director communicates and collaborates closely with the Center Directors in Shanghai and on intra-Center projects and opportunities.
The IES Beijing Center Director position combines strong academic credentials in a recognized academic discipline with demonstrated experience in academic administration and management. The Director should be familiar with the nature, organization, and customs of higher education in both the United States and China, should have experience working in the field of higher education in both countries, and should demonstrate experience and skill at collaborating with Chinese and U.S. institutions. The Director should have a strong commitment to academic rigor, to educating people in an international environment, and to promoting intercultural competence.
Responsibilities:
Program Management
In close collaboration with the Program Dean, set measurable program goals for the year and evaluate progress towards their achievement
In close collaboration with the Program Dean, recommend enhancements or revisions to existing academic offerings at the Center and develop new offerings as needed. Implement any such changes during the year as approved and directed by the Program Dean.
Develop and manage the Center's annual budget and review expenditures with IES Abroad Chicago on a monthly basis, and revise the budget on a schedule as set by IES Abroad Chicago
In close coordination with the Center administrative staff, oversee the financial and administrative management of the Center on a daily basis
Maintain on-going evaluation of the Center and make suggestions for improvement
Develop annual Center goals and objectives tied to the IES Abroad organizational goals (with all staff), and prepare an annual report on progress towards the same
Human Resources responsibilities for the Center including, without limitation, performance management, conducting annual performance reviews and setting individual goals that support the employee's own development as well as supporting Center goals, providing coaching and guidance, dealing with disciplinary matters and grievances, recruitment and selection, implementing approved employment decisions, supervise staff in issuing and collecting HR documentation, providing employee information to Chicago and any other HR related responsibilities in conjunction with the AVP of Human Resources, the Human Resources team and IES Abroad policy.
Responsibility for adherence to Chinese labor guidelines and law
Hold regular staff meetings and coordinate all aspects of the general management of staff operations
In coordination with Customized Programs staff in Chicago, plan, develop and administer potential customized programs
Supervise the Associate Director
Set regular office hours and be available to consult with students, faculty, and staff
Foster an atmosphere of teamwork, mutual support, and enthusiasm among the IES Abroad Beijing staff
Academic Management
In close coordination with the Program Dean:
Provide ongoing implementation of IES Abroad quality standards as defined by the IES Abroad MAP and IES Abroad Map for Language & Intercultural Communication
Supervise the development of new IES Abroad courses and the implementation of Curriculum Committee guidelines and recommendations and coordinate all courses as necessary
Oversee the recruitment, selection, training, and evaluation of IES Abroad faculty to promote academic excellence and clear understanding of U.S. undergraduate expectations
Supervise the preparation of annual faculty contracts and other documentation
Develop and supervise faculty training workshops and the continued development of innovative teaching at the Center
Hold regular faculty meetings and coordinate all aspects of the general management of faculty operations (with the assistance of the Associate Director as assigned)
Oversee staff responsible for the registration of students in IES Abroad courses and internships, course withdrawal, add/drop, and course transcripts
Promote the effective use of educational technology in all IES Abroad courses and the use of Moodle for both academic and extra-curricular applications
Continue to develop the IES Abroad library and improve student access to research facilities
Maintain a high level of academic integrity at the Center by overseeing the implementation of IES Abroad academic policy, coordinating registration, accurate grade reporting, reviewing grade appeals, conducting and analyzing course evaluations, and assisting students with special academic needs or concerns
Strongly enforce the use of Chinese language by IES Abroad students according to the onsite language pledge
Promote faculty development opportunities
Teach courses as necessary, in consultation with Program Dean
Review and approve independent study proposals, recruit and supervise appropriate faculty, supervise independent study projects when appropriate
Maintain close working relationship with the University language department and all teaching faculty
Communication
Meet regularly via phone or Skype with the Program Dean to assess and improve center related issues and discuss Center operations
Participate via phone or Skype in meetings with Superuser colleagues as needed or requested
Provide IES Chicago with information about the Center and its development on a regular basis including, but not limited to, financial reports, promotional materials, cultural information, new trends in the field of study abroad, etc.
Collaborate with other IES Abroad staff in Chicago, fellow IES Abroad Center Directors and other stakeholders on projects such as workshops, training seminars, intercultural projects, annual conference and Center Directors meeting, and other strategic initiatives defined in collaboration with the Program Dean and the Academics Department in Chicago
Outreach, Public Relations, and Marketing
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with local Chinese host university and organizations
Represent IES Abroad before local and regional Chinese authorities and in the local community, and encourage ways to develop mutual benefits
Maintain excellent working relationships with partner Universities in the U.S.
Develop avenues for collaboration between IES Abroad and the local community
Represent IES Abroad through recruiting visits to partner universities in the U.S. and through annual participation in the IES Abroad Annual Conference and Center Directors' meeting
Organize and implement site visits from coordinators or faculty from U.S. universities, familiarization trips, faculty development seminars, etc.
Participate in legal entity meetings or webinars as necessary
Collaborate with IES Abroad Chicago staff and the Program Dean to update in a timely way general marketing materials, website, intranet, and all pre-departure materials
Student Life
In close collaboration with the student affairs staff in Beijing:
Supervise and participate in the onsite orientation of students to Beijing, the IES Abroad Center, and local partner institution
Oversee the creation of student activities and fieldtrips and volunteer and community service activities, ensuring the intercultural effectiveness and relevancy to the IES Abroad and Center mission and academic goals
Locate, develop, and arrange opportunities for academically-related internships for students
Promote strong IES-university student relationships, involvement in university clubs, and an active roommate/ host family program
Continually promote opportunities for intercultural development
Develop, budget, and occasionally participate in student activities and field trips
Oversee the housing staff and ensure the quality of housing options on offer at the Center, to assess and improve housing options, and to deal with problem areas
Oversee student services and assist student services staff in dealing with problem areas
Enforce IES Abroad discipline policies where necessary
Emergency Response and Crisis Management
Design, review/revise and implement local crisis management plans in accordance with IES Abroad policy.
Conduct emergency drills each term in collaboration with IES Crisis Management Team
Be available on-call 24 hours in the event of an emergency
Respond rapidly to student crises by accessing local resources and co-coordinating with the IES Abroad Crisis Management Team, Dean of Students, Program Dean, and others where appropriate
Proactively notify IES Abroad Crisis Management Team, Dean of Students office, and Program Dean of local emergencies or areas of concern that may affect the safety of IES Abroad students, staff, and faculty
Other Responsibilities
In cooperation with the Director of Global Real Estate, monitor the lease for the Center space and housing and be prepared to assist with negotiations and/or the search for a new Center space if needed
Stay informed on details of the IES Abroad China legal entity and liaise with IES Abroad Chicago staff and local Chinese authorities as needed
Qualifications and Skills:
The Center Director will have demonstrated experience in administration and management with strong academic credentials in a recognized academic discipline. The Director must be familiar and experienced working with the nature, organization, and customs of higher education in both the United States and China, and demonstrate skill at collaborating with Chinese and U.S. institutions. The Center Director must have a strong commitment to academic rigor, to educating students in an international environment, and to fostering students' intercultural development.
Requirements
Graduate degree in a relevant academic discipline required; doctoral degree preferred
At least five years of administrative/management experience
Highly competent to conduct sophisticated work and communicate effectively in both English and Chinese (Mandarin) written and spoken
Previous experience living and working in China; Beijing preferred
High level of knowledge about China and Chinese culture;
Prior contact with U.S. university students and the ability to work well with students from U.S. colleges and universities
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Familiarity with the nature, organization, and customs of higher education in China and the U.S.
Ability to work well with students from U.S. colleges and universities
Near-native fluency in both written and spoken Mandarin Chinese and English required
Excellent administrative, organizational, and problem solving abilities
Excellent team building skills
Experience in the development and management of complex budgets; not-for-profit budget management experience desirable
Strong commitment to international education, intercultural issues, and a strong interest in student affairs preferred
Interest in the academic and intercultural growth of university students
Student centered philosophy and sensitivity to issues of diversity
Ability to travel to other regions of China and to the U.S. on occasion
Highly Desirable
Relevant management experience in a study abroad program
Teaching experience at the university level in a subject related to China
Event planning and crisis management
Authorization to legally work and live in China
Background checks:
A background check will be conducted, based on responsibilities, as a condition of employment.
Disclaimer:
This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties above are not to be considered a complete list of duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Temporary modifications to provide reasonable accommodations do not waive any essential functions of the job requirements.
Application Deadline:
Open until position is filled.
How to Apply:
In order to be considered, all applicants must submit an application including cover letter, resume and salary requirements by clicking 'Apply Now' at the upper right side of the linke below.
Please visit http://www.iesabroad.org/study-abroad/about/employment for more information about working at IES Abroad.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
The Institute for the International Education of Students, IES Abroad, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, creed, caste, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, national origin or ancestry, ethnic origin, or veteran status in employment, educational programs or activities, and admissions. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We treat people with respect; fully utilizing employee's abilities and promoting work force diversity.
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Website: | https://iesabroad.applicantpro.com/jobs/476546.html |
Primary Category: | None |
Secondary Categories: | None |
Posting Date: | 10/26/2016 |
Closing Date | 01/24/2017 |